The Last Man on Earth Renewed for Season 2

FOX's comedy series The Last Man on Earth has been renewed for a second season, the company announced today.

"We knew we had something special with The Last Man on Earth. It’s one of those rare shows that continues to add depth and dimension to its unique premise, week after week," said President of Entertainment for Fox Broadcasting Company David Madden. "We are so thrilled that this incredibly bold, original and inventive series has been embraced by both fans and critics, and we cannot wait to see where the creative genius and inspired vision of Will, Phil and Chris take us in Season Two."

FOX also reports The Last Man on Earth is this season's top new comedy among adults 18-34 and men 18-49.

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The series -- from 21 Jump Street directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller, and SNL's Will Forte -- centers around the last man on Earth, Phil Miller (Forte), and his search for other survivors. The comedy series also stars January Jones (Mad Men) and Kristen Schaal (Bob's Burgers).